Antique map Africa titled 'Gezigt van 't Eiland St. Jago en de Stad St. Jago of Ribeyro Grande, Haven van Praya in 't Eiland St. Jago'. To the left, two views of the island and city of St. Jago. To the right, the harbour of Praya, St. Jago, Mauritania. Artists and Engravers: Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart.
Artist: Jakob van der Schley (1715-1779) was a Dutch draughtsman and engraver, who studied under Bernard Picart.
Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1750 Overall size: 25 x 20 cm. Image size: 20.5 x 14.5 cm.
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